Participants in the workshop emphasised some of the challenges to providing effective responses, including denial of anti-Muslim racism, underreporting of incidents, lack of comprehensive data and stigmatisation of Muslim organisations. Other key issues include the normalisation of anti-Muslim narratives and online hate speech.
The workshop identified ways forward, including the need for comprehensive equality data, an intersectional approach to combat anti-Muslim racism, and supporting civil society organisations. Participants also stressed the need for a clear definition for anti-Muslim racism and the turning point for the EU in addressing this issue, particularly with the EU Anti-Racism Plan 2020-2025 nearing its conclusion.
The European Commission and FRA will continue to work together to address the growing concern of anti-Muslim discrimination in Europe, with a focus on developing targeted legal and policy solutions.